Kipp Cooper: Keys to Kansas City Real Estate

Stanley Longhofer: Building Solutions, Not Barriers

On this episode of HBA After Hours, host Will Ruder andguest host Jordan Webster sit down with Dr. Stanley Longhofer to discuss why today’s housing market feels stuck, tracing the supply crunch from the 2008 financial crisis through rising construction costs and underbuilding, exploring the role of mid-priced and “missing middle” homes, zoning challenges and how new development supports existing neighborhoods, while highlighting the Let Builders Build KC campaign and practical ways to expand housing for communities today and in the future.

Patrick Tuohey: Cracking the Housing Code

On this episode of HBA After Hours, Patrick Tuohey joinshost Will Ruder and co-host Keith Sauro to discuss one of today’s most urgent challenges: the housing shortage and why building enough homes is so difficult. Drawing on his work with the Show‑Me Institute and Better Cities Project, Patrick explains how policies, zoning and local opposition have limited supply and driven up prices, and shares what cities, builders and voters can do to create a clearer path to new housing.

Patrick Feeney: What Really Moves Elections

On this episode of HBA After Hours, Patrick Feeney joinshost Will Ruder and co-host Keith Sauro for a candid conversation about how political fundraising and campaigns really work. A veteran political fundraiser with The Dublin Group, Patrick brings decades of experience from JeffersonCity, Topeka and Washington, DC, sharing insights on everything from his accidental start in a Brookside bar to the realities of modern campaign strategy. The discussion explores how candidates raise money, what donors areactually supporting, the evolving ways campaigns reach voters and why business owners are involved in politics whether they realize it or not, all underscored by a simple takeaway participation matters when it comes to shaping thepolicies that impact housing, taxes, and local communities.

Terrell Jolley: Breaking Barriers in Kansas City Development

On this week’s episode of HBA After Hours, host Will Ruder and co-host Keith Sauro sit down with Terrell “TJ” Jolley, a Kansas City real estate developer, for an honest conversation about the challenges and opportunities shaping the local housing market. TJ shares his journey from property management to investment and development, while shedding light on barriers such as permitting delays,regulatory hurdles, and misalignment between housing demand and policy priorities. With a focus on community development, affordability, and theconnection between stable housing and public safety, TJ brings a candid and eye-opening perspective. Whether you're involved in development, real estate, or simply curious about the future of housing in Kansas City, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

Kipp Cooper: Keys to Kansas City Real Estate

On this week’s episode of HBA After Hours, host WillRuder and co-host Keith Sauro sit down with Kipp Cooper, CEO of the Kansas Association of Realtors, for a deep dive into Kansas City’s housing landscape. They cover everything from current market trends and inventory challenges to homeownership opportunities and regional economic growth. Cooper brings valuable insight into the latest real estate data and reinforces the importance of partnering with a trusted realtor. Whether you work in the industry or justwant a glimpse behind the scenes, this episode is worth a listen.